Aria Wedding & Banquet Facility

got engaged. After booking with Aria directly following our tour, they exceeded our expectations throughout the entire wedding planning process. There is truly no other venue in Connecticut that 
“wows” quite like Aria does. From the lush gardens, fantastic patio, and absolutely exquisite ballroom, all of our guests were blown away the second they stepped into the grand foyer. Throughout our entire wedding planning process, all of the Aria staff members were kind, compassionate, and extremely helpful. While we worked mainly with Lina, who was phenomenal, the entire Aria family catered to our every request and need. While we had heard that the food at Aria is out of this world, we can now attest that is truly is absolutely exceptional. Some of our guests thought cocktail hour was the dinner! Both my husband and I come from big Italian families, and everyone could not stop raving about the food. We cannot thank Aria enough for helping make our dream wedding a reality. If we could give them 10 stars we would. They truly hit it out of the park, and ensured our wedding would be smooth and perfect, which it was. On the day of our wedding, we had an absolute blast, and that wouldn't be possible if it weren't for the Aria staff. Thank you all so so much!

food was delicious! The bartender made my guests feel special by remembering their drinks. Aria truly delivered an amazing experience. My favorite Aria moment was when the lovely staff member who was carrying my train to the aisle whispered in my ear that they were so excited for me!

d wouldn't change it for the world. I have very critical in-laws and they had no complaints for the entire night. Aria's services was compared to the Breakers in Florida and let me just say Aria's was superb. I definitely recommend this venue to whomever is looking for a venue to get marriedt or have their reception at!

less than desirable and quite frustrating at times. They only have one menu tasting a year! They do not advertise this or tell you when that date is when you book with them so my husband and I missed the event because we were never emailed about it. We had to pick up food to go in order to try it before selecting our menu-it was not the experience I was hoping to have. Aria also does not provide you with one point of contact for your wedding planning so it was frustrating to find the correct person to email with any questions that I had and several times my emails were not returned. It was also a surprise to me that they only offer rehearsals the Monday or Tuesday prior to your event-which didn't work out for much of my family or bridal party who were traveling. In the end Aria did deliver a perfect day. My guests RAVED about our cocktail hour and how you didn't even need to serve a sit down meal afterword. We received many compliments on the meals we choose and they accommodated our request to change the sauce on one of our choices. The grounds are absolutely beautiful and they were attentive to my husband and I the whole evening. The drinks were strong and bartenders were quick. Everything we discussed in our final meeting the week of was executed just as we requested. Overall, Aria did a great job but if you are one who is detail oriented and organized I would consider another venue and avoid the hassle. They did hire a new person in the office who we worked with briefly, who was excellent, so hopefully they will improve the behind the scenes operations.

our hands. The food was incredible and everyone was raving about cocktail hour. We couldn’t have had a more perfect day!

was like a fairytale! We got married in ballroom A the bigger room which was amazing for our 200 guests. Everyone fell in love with the space and the view outside! The food was AMAZING my family and friends are still raving about it! You certainly won’t be disappointed! We are so happy we picked Aria.

p notch and there was not one detail I would changed. The food was amazing. Overall it was the perfect venue and our guests still haven’t stopped talking about how perfect the night was!

wonderful, went above & beyond to make sure we had a great time. Our matre-d, Michele, was also amazing. He was on top of things at all times and always pleasant. I could not have asked for better people to be there with us on our special day. The food was amazing, everything from cocktail hour to dessert. The waitstaff were all so sweet. I could go on and on about the staff there. My only complaint would be the bridal suite was 77 degrees almost the whole time. Multiple staff tried to accommodate us by putting the temperature down but to no avail. It would not go under 76. I wished they'd turn the air conditioning on the night before or earlier in the morning so it was more comfortable. Either than that, my day was perfect. All thanks to Aria and their amazing staff.

al meeting with sonia, the chairs were never removed from the ceremony for the sparkler exit and they promised that sonia would be there with me that day to make sure everything was in place and I never saw her. Lori was AMAZING throughout the planning process, answered all my questions and helped with any concerns.

still talking about my wedding and how much food they are and fun they all had!! It was a great time!!! Thank you Joe Geloso Sr, and to Joey Jr. for making my wedding day so special and memorable!!! Loved every moment!! Thanks again! Rita & John

exceptional, far exceeding any expectations. With every phone call and meeting leading up to our big day, the staff at Aria went well above their duties to make sure everything was exactly as my husband and I wanted it. The day before the wedding we showed up to bring all of our décor and discuss last minute details; it was during this meeting that I broke into tears as I explained my day would be ruined because the weather forecast called for scattered thunderstorms throughout the day. My ceremony would have to be moved inside, rather than outdoors on the amazing garden area, and my first look photos, which were supposed to be in front of a beautiful waterfall in Southbury would have to find another location. It was in these very moments that the Aria staff showed how much they truly cared! Kelly and Lina did everything in their power to make my day as amazing as I had hoped! They instantly calmed my nerves showing me step by step what the ceremony would look like in its new indoor location, and even gave me permission to come early and use any part of Aria for my first look photos, including the other ballroom, garden area, and patio. They dried all my tears, and made sure we found a solution to every problem and fear. When the day of the wedding arrived, the entire day went off without any issues. The venue looked beautiful from top to bottom, and the service was exceptional! The ceremony was gorgeous, despite having to be moved inside! My bridal attendant never left my side, always there to calm my nerves, reassure me that I wouldn’t trip down the staircase, and get anything and everything that I could have asked her for! The food was amazing and our guests could not stop raving about how delicious and beautiful everything was! Kelly was also our Justice of the Peace and did an amazing job! It felt as if we had someone we had known forever marrying us, since we had been working with her so closely for over a year. Lina also stopped by during the reception to check in and make sure that everything was going as we had hoped! The staff was friendly, professional, and so accommodating, always going above and beyond! Despite the gloomy weather, Aria made my wedding everything I had DREAMED of, and I could not have asked for a more amazing experience! The venue and staff are truly amazing and I will recommend Aria to anyone for years to come! Thank you for everything, our day was absolutely stunning all because of everything you do!

ith any questions we had to prepare for the big day. We had Chrissy by our side the entire time and she was absolutely fantastic!!! She knew whenever I needed a breather every once and awhile from all the usual wedding chaos. Especially having my drink available exactly when I needed it, all the wedding excitement can get overwhelming especially trying to make your rounds to say hi to everyone. I really could not even find the words to say how grateful we were to have had her with us that night. I would definitely recommend this venue! :)

ppointments about every 6 months a year leading up to the wedding to go over certain details and make sure everything is in line. The actually day/night of the wedding went off without a hitch! We had to have our ceremony inside due to weather but, it was still such a beautiful setting. Seats were set up on the dance floor and at the tables so there was a seat for everyone. Besa, my maitre de, was just amazing. She stayed by my side for most of the night and made sure myself, my husband, and my family had everything we needed. The bar and wait staff were also so pleasant and professional! Seriously could not have asked for a better venue to host our wedding!

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surprised that their quotes included price per person WITH tax and tip, which we really appreciated. Because we didn’t necessarily get the date we wanted (we had limited options without going into the following year), Aria even gave us free up lighting and a free dessert. We got married on Friday, April 13th, 2018. We were lucky enough that there was not an event going on the day before and that Aria allowed us to decorate the ballroom the way we wanted to. While we were setting up the ballroom, Joe (the owner) stopped by to make sure everything was okay. Although we knew it was early to have the fountains on, we asked Joe if he could get them to work. Sure enough, on our wedding day, the fountains and waterfall were running! We were lucky enough to have a gorgeous day (sunny and 70 degrees!) and the fountains just added to the beauty of the day. Joe was even present on our wedding day to congratulate us, and he checked in with us multiple times. Aria completely exceeded our expectations. We knew the food would be excellent, but the service was phenomenal as well. We had some special requests to speed up the process of the courses so that our guests could spend more time on the dance-floor, and Aria was more than accommodating. Not only that, but our guests were amazed at how each time they returned to their table, their napkin was formally placed at the setting. Our butler, Miguel, kept the room running smoothly and Chrissy, our bridal attendant, went above and beyond to make sure we always had a drink in hand (including our parents). We were so appreciative of her checking in on us and helping us get through the night smoothly. The delicious food, gorgeous ballrooms/grounds, and outstanding hospitality from EVERY employee (including the owner, Joe) make Aria, hands down, the number one best wedding venue in Connecticut!

lly wanted to get married outside by the gazebo but the weather wasn’t cooperating and luckily enough for me I was the only wedding that night and they offered that I had my ceremony in the other ballroom! It was beautiful. My bridal attendant was AMAZING and was right next to me every time I looked. I couldn’t have asked for a better wedding and venue.

air, etc. She continued to be me and my husband's attendant throughout the night. She ushered me through the hallways leading up to the ceremony so that my husband wouldn't see me. She was always right there to take my bouquet and tell me what to do next. There was food waiting for us in the bridal suite during cocktail hour, which was nice because we were too busy taking pictures and missed all the food. Most importantly, Bessa was quick in bringing us drinks and making sure we had a chance to eat our dinners. At the end of the night she packed everything up for us so all we had to do was take our belongings and leave. Not to mention, the venue is breathtakingly beautiful from the moment you walk through the door. Everything was perfect. Thank you, Aria!

re planning our wedding just the way we wanted. They guided us through every single detail, making sure that we were happy and assuring us there was nothing to worry about. There are several opportunities to try Aria’s great food, as well- such as attending their monthly Monday night dinners. When the big day came, Aria helped everything run so smoothly. Their staff was amazing and our bridal attendant, Besa, was absolutely incredible. We also had an Aria staff member, Kelly, officiate our wedding and she did an amazing job. The food was AMAZING and our guests complimented it so much. We really wish that we could relive our wedding night. We truly thank Aria from the bottom of our hearts. If you are looking for a venue that will make your wedding a dream come true and treat you like family, we highly recommend Aria!

s. Everything tasted amazing and we had no complainants from our guest. We also couldn't be happier with the service. They set up all the decor exactly how described. We also had the most helpful and sweetest bridal attendants. I would definitely refer Aria to anyone who is looking to get married.

and professional all the wait staff was. To top it off our bridal attendant was the sweetest woman. I couldn't have been happier the way everything turned out. I highly recommend Aria: the ballrooms are beautiful and the outdoors/ view made for some really beautiful photos. Plus the up lighting really turned it into party mode and they allow the sparkler exit there which was so much fun!

r guests continue to rave about the cocktail hour, bar, entrees, Venetian hour, and service. We specifically loved being greeted by Kelly at the front desk every time we went to visit the venue. She was a huge part of our decision to book back in April 2017 because of her confidence in what an amazing place it was. We would definitely recommend Aria to others so that they can have the same fairy-tale experience that we had!

nd really went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect. One of the owners personally sat in on one meeting and helped us with our floor plan to make sure it was set up in the best way possible. The day of went off without a hitch and the venue was beautiful inside and out!! Our bridal attendant was also amazing!! She was right next to me most of the night for anything and everything we could need from drinks to relaying messages. I wish I could relive the day over and over!! There is truely no better venue!! Thank you all again for all your help and support! I would recommend the Aria to anyone! Ashlee & Vanessa

and friends traveling from all over the United States and Canada, we wanted to make sure that they had a great time at our reception. Aria has broken the mold. Aside from the beauty of the venue itself, the staff was empathetic, friendly, and supportive throughout the wedding planning process. On our wedding day, my bride and I were treated like royalty. Aria assigned members of the staff to be there for us for everything from drinks to lighting. The quality of the food was phenomenal. You could have sliced the filet mignon with a fork! Since our wedding day, we have been showered with compliments expressing how gorgeous the wedding reception was. And the photos...my God, the photos! Make your photographer happy and choose Aria. Look no further. If Aria is on your list, it should be the only one on it!

us. The food was absolutely amazing, and the staff could not have been better. We received compliments all night about the food and staff. I would HIGHLY recommend this venue to any bride. You are bound to have a beautiful wedding at Aria!

to us. We both had been to so many weddings in the past, and there is nothing more disappointing than low quality food... that isn't a concern here at all! We loved it so much, we decided to have them cater our Christmas dinner! I had a waitress assigned to me, and there was a waiter assigned to my husband the entire night. Anytime I turned around, she was there to help me with anything I needed! She even helped me take my heels off and put my comfortable shoes on! She was amazing! We had a huge bridal party - 9 guys, 11 girls, and 4 kids, and we all fit in the bridal suite perfectly with room to spare. They brought all of the cocktail hour food upstairs for us which was so convenient. I can't say enough about Aria. We would recommend them to anyone looking for a fantastic wedding venue!

whenever we needed a recommendation she was there to provide some excellent feedback. The day of the wedding everything went off perfectly. Aria itself is absolutely gorgeous and elegant, I have not stopped hearing about how delicious the food was and the service was outstanding. The attendant that worked with us during the wedding was also amazing! Aria made my fairytale wedding come to life!

sure I had everything I needed, knew exactly when I needed a drink, and kept everything in order for my husband and I. There aren’t enough words to describe how great how experience was with this venue. They made our night one to remember!

staff, you guys made our dreams come true! Thank You!!!

ontinue to receive many compliments on it from our wedding pictures) and was also the most affordable of the locations we looked at. The only slightly negative aspect of our experience was with the cake bakeries that Aria included in their price, but as that was not specifically part of Aria's service it wasn't worth lowering our score of the facility at all.

o blown away with the grand staircase, gorgeous ballroom, and breathtaking outdoor space but the service was exceptional as well. You simply cannot find a better valued venue in CT. The food was unbelievable and abundant (to the point our guests thought the cocktail hour was the full meal). Our personal attendant was with us the entire night ready with a drink in your hand before the ice melted in your last one.. she even bustled my dress when my MOH didn't remember how! They were absolutely fantastic and every bride and groom to go through there should expect the best night of their life!

e to the food and all was delicious. I️ would definitely recommend Aria as the number one spot to have a wedding.

et with me multiple times to make sure every detail is covered based on my expectations, etc. We had a handful of people with food allergies that were not ignored by the staff. Thank you Lina and Donna!! We had the time of our lives!

na, or maitre d, & our bridal assistant. I went to every bridal showcase and their monthly Monday night dinners to try the food, which was UNBELIEVABLE! The whole process of choosing our menu, linens, even bringing our decorations/favors was a pleasurable experience. The ambience of ballroom A was magical. The grounds & views are spectacular. Let's not forget the Bridal suite....just fabulous. Every room was spacious & oversized...plenty of room for everyone. Every inch of that venue reeks of glamour & elegance. And what a treat to walk down the dual staircase. Every time I went there, I just felt so special! I can't thank Aria enough for an unforgettable evening. I can't wait to come back for another dinner or to host another event!

venues in Connecticut, Aria was without a doubt the best looking venue. We met with Lina who was our coordinator and she showed us around Aria prior to booking our date. Both of the rooms they offer to host your reception are absolutely stunning! However, when Lina walked us to the grand ballroom and we stood on the balcony overlooking the room, our hearts were set to have our reception at Aria. Between the marble dance floor, large bar, huge chandeliers, breathtaking staircase to enter for the bride and groom, and the outdoor patio with an amazing view, everything was perfect. Being told that we could have our cocktail hour inside and outside on the patio, just added to our excitement even more.    After booking our date, we met with the staff at Aria to pick our menu. Every bride and groom wants to ensure their family and friends enjoy the menu set for their special day and while it took quite some time to pick the "perfect" menu, the staff at Aria was with us every step of the way giving us advice, and their honest opinions on food selections (which was not only helpful, but appreciated). We even added "extra touches" such as a Sushi chef making sushi during the cocktail hour, and even a gelato station and crepes station for dessert. These were a huge hit at our wedding!   We were married September 16, 2017. Although the experience of planning our wedding was still stressful as anticipated, the staff at Aria were always available every step of the way to alleviate some of our stress. They offered constant advice, suggestions, and were so patient. Lina especially offered much of her help, even down to the detail of how we could fold the napkins on the table to accommodate a menu we wanted to provide each guest with. The team at Aria are nothing short of perfect and they all work together to ensure your day is everything you dreamed of.   The day of our wedding each staff member made us feel so special. Lina went out of her way to show my husband and I to the grand ballroom before the reception to ensure the decor was setup exactly how we wanted and they did an amazing job. Besa, our bridal attendant, was absolutely amazing as well! Our entire wedding at Aria far exceeded our expectations. The evening was just magical. The cocktail hour as well as the food and desserts were nothing short of amazing. We received so many compliments from our guests about how beautiful the wedding was and what a stunning venue Aria is. Many had even said it was the best wedding they had ever been to. I would recommend Aria to any couple seeking a venue for their wedding, or even to those who are looking to attend their events. Our wedding day was beyond our expectations and it is a day we will cherish forever! Thank you so much to Lina, Joe, Joey, Emilio, Sonia, and the rest of the team at Aria.

. Everything was top notch. The staff was fantastic. Our wedding ran smoothly thanks to the maitre d's and bridal attendant. The servers and bar tenders were also very attentive. Prior to the wedding, we worked mostly with Lina to coordinate our night. She was there for us every step of the way and made the wedding planning process fun and stress free. Our guests are still talking about how great cocktail hour and the Venetian hour was. If you're getting married and you're looking for a venue that has exceptional service, beautiful grounds inside and out, and delicious food, this is your place.

rompt in answering questions and never made us feel like an annoyance. Sonia was also a delight to work with! The waiters were extremely professional the day of the reception, and my guests could not stop raving about the service they received! Not to mention, the food is the best around and people are still talking about how amazing it was (and just how much food there was!). Besa, our attendant for the day, was an angel who kept making sure my husband and I had everything we could possibly need. We chose to have our ceremony on site, and this made for a seamless evening that flowed very nicely. The photos came out beautiful thanks to the gorgeous scenery and landscaping on site. The owners and staff at Aria make sure that every single detail is thought out, and their main goal is to make sure you have the wedding of your dreams. I don't have a single complaint about our experience at Aria, and would HIGHLY recommend it to any couple looking to have a beautiful fairy tale wedding, and one that you and your guests will never forget!!

nd her arrogant attitude was takes away the beauty of the place. The staff is unprofessional and tacky. We were promised to be able to arrive to bridal suite early, and then forced to an hour and a half when the minimum was two hours. When we arrived at the bridal suite it was more like a sauna. No AC. We forced them to turn it on as our make up was running and our hair do's falling out. The bridal attendant just left us there and was clueless as to what to do. The only reason the ceremony started was because my husband took over her job. The so call Matre D' was a disgrace. His name is Sergio. He just stood hanging out with the staff. As the reception went on, staff was dancing, kissing and hugging on one another. The bartender was no where to be found most of the night. We were promised heaters for the outside ceremony and cocktail hour, but instead they froze our guests. They turned them on after the fact, only because my husband had words with Sergio. The plates of food were abruptly thrown on the tables and quickly taken away. We paid premium for the venise hour and it was left overs of limited items and not what was promised. The hallways were close to dark with limited lighting. As a financial consultant I saw all the red flags that they are financially challenged. No AC, limited lighting, less than classy staff members, the soup was definitely from cans of Campbell soup, no heaters to save on electricity and less food than promised. The staff was inexperienced and probaby under paid resulting in poor quality service. When you see the owner waxing the floor or doing the building maintenance, it shows overhead cost issues. PLEASE DO NOT BE DECEIVED BY LOOKS. IT WILL RUIN THE MOST IMPORTANT DAY OF YOUR LIFE.

ond the gorgeous grounds, double staircase and crystal chandeliers what sold us on the Aria was Lina! Her energy was contagious, her attention to our needs through the whole process was impressive! We felt like the only people getting married there as she remembered every detail and worked with us to make our wedding dreams come true. No hidden fees or extras needed, Lina walked us through everything and gave us plenty peace of mind that our perfect day would be exactly that. And the day of! I couldn't have dreamt of a more perfect wedding, the Aria worked with all my vendors and the day went so smooth! Our bridal attendant Besa was soooo great! I'm still on cloud 9 from the amazing time we had! People are still talking about the great food, awesome dancing and fun time, and i've have multiple people write me and Aria personal letter of how beautiful the whole experience was. Thank you Aria for the best day or our lives! <3 Joe and Michelle 9.8.17

h was why we booked), guests enjoyed their time, and we had a good experience with Joe, one of the owners, my husband and I were left disappointed by Aria on our wedding day. We felt for the price we did not receive the quality of service we expected. While Aria and their staff put on a good front in the beginning and up to the day of the wedding and seemed easy to work with, they were the complete opposite the day of the wedding. The grooms gift from the bride (an expensive Dior cologne) was stolen the day of the wedding from the groom’s chamber. When asked to check the grooms chamber ourselves before leaving the venue, we were denied and asked to call back on a weekday. After calling Aria the following Monday, we did not receive a call back after following up numerous times. Wine was taken off the tables before dinner service was completed, so guests did not feel they were able to use what we fully paid for. After reviewing our seating and floral arrangement with Ida in our final meeting (I even drew out a map of the room for extra clarification), the parent tables were placed too far back in Ballroom A, so our parents, grandparents, and immediate family could not see my husband and I during the reception because their tables were too far behind the staircase. We were even reassured during the last meeting with Ida the tables would not be placed too far back. The 4 tall floral arrangements were placed on the wrong tables, and were put on the guest tables instead of the parent and bridal party tables. Those arrangements were meant to demarcate priority tables as discussed in the meeting. Finally, we paid extra for a cannoli station and expected the quality to be the same as what we tried in the tasting. My husband and his family love cannoli's and know an authentic one versus a subpar cannoli, and they were definitely subpar. They were not fully filled, and there were not a variety of filling flavors as we were told there were going to be (and what we tried during the tasting). We felt that because we had a Saturday day wedding instead of an evening wedding, Aria did not put as much care into our wedding as the evening wedding following ours (likely because they make a higher profit from evening weddings than day weddings). Overall, my husband and I would NOT recommend this venue due to the reasons above and because we feel we received poor service on our wedding day.

Thank you for making this one of the best days of our lives..

nswered every question we had, and were both very understanding of every situation that popped up! Everything up to the day of was handled beautifully, and the day of was magical. We ran into a few snags on the big day itself, the two biggest thing standing out for me being that we were being rushed for pictures, and having to fight the staff on where we would have the ceremony! I understand that guests were arriving late, and that was why they ran late, but why that time would cut from my pictures I had no idea, and getting pictures was VERY important to me. We didn't get to get ANY pictures of the beautiful interior and only got to take pictures in front of the waterfall, nowhere else, and the fact that I'm lacking in those photos will always upset me. And because we were short on time and they were rushing us to do the announcements neither my husband nor I got to have a single bite of our horderve, which I was super bummed about as well. As for the ceremony site, we had originally picked the gazeebo, but due to a hideous, huge patch of dead grass right in front of the gazeebo we opted to do the pillars instead. Then the day before the wedding it had rained, but the day of the wedding it was beautiful outside! We still had to fight the staff to be able to have our wedding outside in front of the pillars, because they didn't want the chairs to ruin the grass. Over all it was a very good experience though, and it is a STUNNING place to have your wedding! Almost every guest at our wedding told me that it was one of the nicest weddings that they had ever been to! And the food served at the dinner was ASTOUNDING! The Filet was the best steak I've ever had in my life. Overall I would absolutely recommend anyone getting married at Aria, I would just advise you to put your foot down when it comes to specific things, like how long you want to take photos, or taking a moment to sit and enjoy your horderves. even if you're running a bit behind schedule.

d)! Joe and Lina were incredible in all preparations for the day and during every second of the day. I couldn't have asked for a better experience and I would highly recommend Aria to anyone wanting a top-class venue!!!

orked closely with both Lina and Antonella, who both were a pleasure and accommodating to our questions and needs (including let us choose a station that was no longer on the menu, bringing in local craft beer for our bar and so many other things). There was a point in our journey where I read a few negative reviews of Aria online and started to get nervous – there was absolutely no reason for my concern. The day of our wedding was absolutely perfect and it was so extraordinary to see our vision become a reality. From the amazing food (several guests commented that it was the best they had ever had at a wedding!) to the flawless service (our concierge Brittany and maître-d Dimitri were both incredibly helpful and sweet) to the beautiful ambiance, I truly cannot say enough good things about how incredible our experience at Aria was. As an event professional for almost a decade, I know just how much work goes into putting something like this together and can say with confidence that the team at Aria are consummate professionals who will help you realize your dream wedding or special day!

, assisting with our sparklers and several other additional details. They were so professional when it came to organizing our extremely large bridal party. My justice of the peace said she’s never experienced professionalism like she had when they were even telling the guys exactly where to place their hands as they walked down the aisle and when they got to the end. They even provided us a personal bridal attendant that waited on us all day and night making sure our drinks were filled and we had time to eat! The food was incredible as was the beautiful venetian hour. Our guests raved for days about the food and the venue. We truly thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all your hard work. We would highly recommend this venue to anyone considering!

ng, helpful, and kind everyone was to us throughout this entire experience. Sonia was our wedding coordinator and wow, she is honestly one of the sweetest people we have ever met, and went above and beyond with all of the things she helped us with and the endless questions she answered. We can't begin to say enough positive things about Sonia, she is absolutely amazing! In addition, Sonia also provided her makeup services for myself, bridesmaids and Moms on the day of our wedding, and she did such a great job!! Everyone looked so natural and she did exactly what we were looking for!! Also, on the day of our wedding, we felt like we were treated like royalty by the staff, particularly Brittney and Dimitri, and were again, blown away by their generosity, attention to detail, and kindness. Dimitri was by our side almost every single second of the day of our wedding, and legitimately took care of everything imaginable. Dimitri, you were amazing and we have not stopped talking about how awesome you were - ourselves, families, and the rest of the bridal party thank you from the bottom of our hearts! I would highly recommend Aria as a venue for anyone that would like to feel like they are being completely taken care of on their wedding day, and that is looking for a stress-free wedding venue experience!! Every detail from the beautiful grounds of the venue, the out of this world food, and the incredible ballrooms have been so carefully thought out and accounted for, that you truly know you are in the best hands at Aria. Thank you again to the incredible staff for helping us celebrate the best day of our lives!

and took such good care of us. I could not have asked for a better venue and people to help with our special day!!!!

The staff made sure my ceremony went off without a blip. The bridal attendant was INCREDIBLE (I believe it was Vanessa). She made sure that I had whatever I needed and even reminded me to eat. She was truly a blessing. Dmitri, our maître d' was just as fabulous and made sure food service was flawless. They were so accommodating and helpful with everything. Ida, our wedding coordinator made sure everything was perfect. My guest absolutely loved the venue and food. I have gotten nothing but rave reviews on the food. I have been told by quite a few that it was one of the best weddings and food at a wedding that they have ever been too. Only one minor flaw but it was more of a misunderstanding. I wanted to make sure the centerpieces were taken home; but staff told family members that they were not permitted. I quickly corrected this but some family member's left before they could take the centerpieces. All in all, I HIGHLY recommend this venue. It has breathtakingly beautiful grounds, terrific food and an amazing staff.

ng with her I was nervous about something; however, Antonella was always prepared and put me at ease. The day of the wedding was perfect. The staff was kind and professional. Not to mention they kept the entire schedule on track. Last but not least, the food was wonderful. My guests could not stop raving about how wonderful everything was. I wish I could get married here over and over again. It was nothing short of a fairy tale. I would recommend this facility to anyone who wants to have a memorable wedding!

e process. Day of, right when we got off of the wedding bus, there was a staff member to greet us and take care of literally every need the whole day. Lina was also there which felt like a familiar face who really seemed to know me (even though she has so many brides to deal with!). We keep getting so many comments from all of our guests on how beautiful the venue was, how amazing the gardens looked, and how wonderful the food was. Our friends made friends with the bartenders and had a great time. Everything was perfect and easy!

husband and I if we had any questions. They made sure that our wedding was personalized and beautiful! They also offered suggestions for how to decorate our wedding and reception, which made our wedding and reception even more beautiful! Our wedding and reception were everything we could have ever dreamed of and more! Lina and her staff were attentive, organized, and absolutely fantastic! Their services made our wedding a wonderful and memorable event that my husband and I will cherish for the rest of our lives! The food was absolutely amazing and all my guests still tell us how much they loved the food! We can’t thank the Aria enough for making our dream wedding come true! We would highly recommend the Aria to all our family and friends who have upcoming weddings or when they get married in the future!!!

y deal with. Everyone kept saying how fantastic the food was, and we also had food in the bridal suite before & after the ceremony. I wish I could remember my bridal attendants name, she was fabulous! I'd recommend this venue to anyone and everyone who wants that breathless, perfect wedding. Pictures here also come out beautiful. Thank you again to everyone at the Aria!

ding and refining their grounds and building. Even then, we were impressed by the elegance and attention to detail surrounding their facilities. Throughout the process, Aria made it super simple and easy. They were accommodating and thorough in what my husband and I wanted. We worked with Antonella who was an absolute doll! She gave suggestions on what may work best but also did everything to ensure we wanted our wedding the way we did. She handled some of our more opinionated guests with ease, and ran our rehearsal as smoothly as possible. She even came in on her day off to ensure our wedding went smoothly (even though I'm sure it's a part of her job but it still meant a lot that she would do that). During our wedding, the staff was just as impressive. Our bridal attendant and maitre d were amazing! Even during my one freak out moment, they handled everything with grace. They both ensured my husband and I were relaxed and fed. They also ensured that we did not go a moment without a drink in our hand (which we definitely appreciated). Aria is an amazing facility run by an impeccable staff. I would definitely consider this one of your top picks, which they may seem expensive (although I think every penny is worth it), they have great packages to make it more affordable (we did there 'Thursday Night Wedding Package'). I cannot wait to be a guest there for a future wedding!

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come true. The staff at Aria had everything covered leaving nothing for us to worry about. Aria is such a beautiful and elegant venue, our guests were in awe. The food was amazing as well! I'm extremely happy that we had our wedding at Aria, a day I will never forget.

n the larger ballroom with the double staircase. The breathtaking views, elegant atmosphere, along with the truly amazing food and staff will surely be spectacular for any couple who is newly engaged. We looked at several high -end venues in the state, and honestly nothing else compares. Aria is the best of the best. We booked our wedding in November 2014 shortly after getting engaged. Sonia, our wedding coordinator, is truly a wonderful person and professional. She eased our minds all along the way, and I can honestly say that I was not the least bit stressed or worried at one point during our wedding process!! I knew that Sonia had everything under control. She was a true, experienced, kind, professional working in this industry. At many other venues that we looked at, people were pretentious and all assuming. Sonia was not like that. She was truly a class act, and we feel so blessed to have had her along our way. The day of the wedding was honestly the best day of our lives. Our maître d' Basa, was absolutely wonderful. She was attentive, caring, kind and reassuring. She brought our bridal party everything they needed and wanted, and was sure to be at our sides whenever we needed her. She was able to do my bustle in all of about two seconds, and helped in a crisis in which my wedding ring (a tad too tight) got stuck right before being introduced. The staff at Aria is an example of people who are truly professionals but also truly human. Their kindness and generosity exudes, and we could not have asked for better people to work with. You will not be disappointed in the food. With 300 guests, every dish was hot and delicious. Our cocktail hour was plentiful, and the staff was very attentive in terms of drinks and replenishing food. The amount of love and respect that we have for Aria is overwhelming. When booking your wedding venue, there are many things to consider. One thing I know is that the people at Aria are there to truly support you. Every little detail is done to the nines, and I cannot thank them enough for everything they did for us on the most important day of our lives. Thank you so much for everything, and we hope to see you again in the future at other events! With love and appreciation, Pedro and Jen

y places in the Hartford area. We stopped at the Aria unannounced and there were two weddings going on. Kelly took us around and treated us like family. She allowed us to peak in the ballrooms and walk around the grounds and stay hidden from the parties going on. You can not beat the physical venue. The grounds are absolutely gorgeous. The ballrooms are beautiful as well. We came back the next week and got a more formal tour and booked it right away. They were BY FAR the best deal for the money. We also met with Sonia who is fabulous and also treated us like family. The wedding was this past weekend and our guests could not have had a better time. Everything was seamless. The wait staff is experienced and know how to take the pressure off family and take care of business. Sonia even stopped by to check on us even though it was her day off. Our guests said that it was the best wedding they have ever attended. At the end of the day everything was packed up for us and all we had to do was wheel the cart to our car and pack it up. They even let us keep some things and pick up the next day. They have a very organized system. I just can't imagine anyone not booking with the Aria if your reception is in that area. No other place compares.

beautiful wedding inside. I couldnt have asked for a better ceremony. Throughout the whole planning process, they were right there answering every call and email. They are so easy to work with, especially when it comes to seating chart and food chart! Every single guest at my wedding is still raving about the amazing food and service. We had ballroom A and they made our night a dream come true! It was our only venue we visited and I am so happy I didn't look at any others, or else Iwouldnt have had the wedding of my dreams! Thank you Lina and the rest of the Aria!

ly because they're still a fairly new facility working out little kinks here and tehre, but they just hired more staff which I think will be a big help, and their day-of event execution is absolutely flawless. Overall it was the most wonderful experience, and I can't imagine having my reception anywhere else! You should definitely book them!!

is amazing to work with, I would recommend this venue to anyone!!!

!! Let me begin by saying I had a little less than a year to plan my wedding, starting from my initial phone call throughout and up until this past New Year's Eve (which I also attended and our family is now making it an annual event) I have been so thankful that Aria had a night available for my wedding (with a little over 400 guests)! The professionalism and service from day one was unparalleled. With over 400 guests I knew this would be difficult to find, our number one priority (other than my dress) was the food and service for our family and friends! Aria has surpassed our expectations, everything was perfect and I am still getting compliments on their food and service!! I felt inclined to write this because I was one of those detail oriented brides that wanted the perfect wedding and I did with many thanks to Aria! To those future brides- I whole heartedly recommend Aria, it was the best decision (other than my husband) we made! We will forever be thankful for their hospitality and wish them the best!!!

ce was impeccable. Working with Sonia was a fantastic experience and the night of Besa and Sergio were great and I give them so much credit for their efforts to make sure that we ate, and for packing what we didn’t get to eat to-go! Everything was set up just like I wanted, and I didn’t have to worry about a thing. I knew we were in good hands and everything was on schedule and went smoothly. Everything was truly spectacular and impressive. We had the BEST time, so much fun, as did our guests. Our guests really enjoyed themselves and raved about how beautiful it was there and the food. We couldn’t be happier with our decision to have our wedding at Aria!

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up meetings and deposits). The food tasting does not give justice to the actual taste of the food. Day of the staff was incredible, Food was amazing(people raved about it) and the owner checked on us several times. The place overall is beautiful. If I had better handling with the before event stuff I would have rated this a 5.

d a couple of extras including an array of desserts which they catered to my crowd. They went above and beyond and people constantly talk to me about how beautiful my wedding was. It makes me happy and also makes my parents happy as they wanted it to be perfect and it turned out to be that and more. I just recently had the honor of going to a wedding there as a guest and I fell in love with it even more. The staff, food and the beauty of the place make this the best place to get married at in my eyes! Thanks to Aria I had my dream wedding!

ave guided me because it was hard for me to see where to go because I'm short and everyone was standing but other than that it was beautiful.

explained to me that they have been short handed over the last few months. Going into my last meeting I was nervous that there were going to be issues on the day of the wedding, but I have to say when I walked into the ballroom that Sunday every negative thought had gone out the window. Lina and Joe greeted me and introduced to me to my captain and bridal attendant, everyone did any amazing job and my family is still raving about the food. They truly know what they are doing and I can't thank Aria enough for giving me everything I wanted and more!

not answer any of the questions I asked in my original email. In each subsequent email, he ignored multiple questions and was very short in his responses to me. In order to get an appointment to see the facility, I had to email him 3 times and leave him a voicemail. Once we had an appointment, he used words like "gonna" and "def" with me - which is fine for a friend, but not a potential client who will be spending a pretty penny at their facility. I canceled my appointment this morning because I followed up asking a few more questions and never got answers. I'm disappointed because I've heard great things about Aria. If you're looking at Aria, I'd suggest staying far away from Joe. He was very unprofessional.

case the stunning grounds. The natural light adds to the beauty of the high ceilings and chandeliers. During our whole planning process, we felt well taken care of and felt like the staff really wanted our day to be special. Our attendant Besa was awesome! She made sure we were attended to and kept her eye on me all night..she even helped me with my shoes when she saw me struggling! Now on to the food...I've never had such delicious food at a wedding! All our guests were raving about the taste and the size of the portions. I would recommend Aria to anyone who is looking for an elegant wedding that can be tailored to their needs. Thank you Aria for a day we will never forget!